PlanetHop! loves nothing more in the entire world than enjoying the unequalled wonders provided by Mother Nature. While she is more than generous with her blessings, her most abundant riches tend to be found in the world's extensive network of National Parks. These havens can be found on every continent and tend to encompass her richest virtues. It's one such as this – the world's oldest (in fact) – which is also perhaps it's greatest. It is known world-round simply as Yellowstone and it's home to the legendary Old Faithful Geyser – the most reliable (and famous) geothermal feature on…

PlanetHop! loves to feature unique destinations from around the world, which are vivrant, historic and, of course, memorable. These are the sort of spots that cannot be fully appreciated in just one visit. They beckon a return trip. Often these destinations include the many multi-cultural neighborhoods found in large cities such as Paris, Sydney, Vancouver, Los Angeles - the list is pretty extensive. But perhaps no city is as diverse as New York City, which is a melting pot of dozens of cultures, including a totally unique showcase like Jackson Heights in the Burough of Queens. Your mouth may water,…

PlanetHop! has a true passion for the urban environment. There's not much that can compare to the vibrancy of a good city, where virtually everything that a PlanetHopper! could possibly want is right at your fingertips. This is perfectly demonstrated by the article below about Istanbul, the capital and in many ways the very heart and soul of Turkey. However, Istanbul adds a variety of other elements that you won't find in many other cities around the world. Primarily among these is a history that spans back thousands of years to the days when it was known as Constantinople and…

PlanetHop! is a huge fan of history, and there's probably no better place to experience the thrill and enchantment of Renaissance Europe than in Florence – one of the world's most beautiful cities. It is here that the powerful Medici family pulled the strings of power for over 300 years and, in so doing, brought about a new age of learning, where art and culture slowly overcame the darkness of the Middle Ages. It was in Florence that such legendary artists as Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci came under the patronage of the mighty Medici and were free to practice…

PlanetHop! loves a good challenge and, when it comes to travel, there's no greater challenge than a trip to Antarctica. When we say challenging, we're not necessarily talking about something physical or mental, but more from a lifestyle point of view. Just getting down to the "bottom of the world" is a huge commitment of time and money and not something to be taken lightly. However, it also offers a travel experience that is absolutely unequalled in the world today. Imagine walking in the footsteps of such famous Antarctic explorers as Shackleton and Mawson, who carved out a trail through…